Cost of Living in Chambers County, AL
Population 34,192 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Chambers County, AL is $871/month, 14% lower than the Alabama median and 38% lower than the U.S. median. The median home value is $135,800, 59% lower than the national median. Households earn a median of $49,656 a year, 22% lower than the state median.
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Chambers County vs. Alabama vs. U.S.
| Chambers County | Alabama | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $871 | $1,007 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $135,800 | $209,900 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $49,656 | $63,999 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 71.8% | 70.2% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.9% | 28.4% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 15.7% | 15.6% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | 4.7% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 4.4% | 8.8% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 41.3 | 39.3 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Chambers County, AL?
The median gross rent in Chambers County, AL is $871 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Chambers County, AL?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $34,840 a year in gross income.
Is Chambers County, AL expensive to live in?
Rent there is 38% lower than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 2.7 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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